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Nationwide Winchester

127 High Street, Winchester, SO23 9AX

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Branch Adaptations

  • There is a 'helping hand unit' which has items that may help you, such as pen grips and magnifiers - please ask a colleague.
  • There are ‘Speak Easy’ cards which will be out in the banking hall or on the counter. These are communication cards for people who find it difficult to speak. Learn more about 'Speak Easy' (opens a new window).
  • Remote BSL interpreters are available on customers’ own devices through SignVideo. Your device will need to be WiFi enabled and have a camera and a speaker. Learn more about SignVideo (opens a new window).
  • In-person interpreters, such as BSL and Deafblind, can be booked in advance. A colleague can help with this.
  • To help you prepare for your visit Nationwide has developed a generic guide to visiting a branch (opens a new window).
  • You can request documents in alternative format including braille, large print and audio – please ask a colleague.
  • Assistance dogs are welcome.

Overview

Parking

  • Public Parking View
    • On-street designated Blue Badge parking is available.
    • The on-street designated Blue Badge parking bays are located on Market Lane.
    • The Blue Badge bays are signposted and have markings which are faded.
    • There is a public car park located off Friarsgate.
    • The name of the car park is Brooks Shopping Centre.
    • Designated Blue Badge parking bays are available in the car park.
    • Electric vehicle charging points are available in the car park.

ATMs (External)

  • There is one ATM.
  • The ATM is located to the left of the branch entrance.
  • The ATM is clearly signed.
  • The approach to the ATM has uneven surfaces.
  • This ATM is a Talking ATM.
  • Headphones for the ATM cannot be provided.
  • This is a cash withdrawal and pay in ATM.
  • The height of the ATM features vary between 87cm and 131cm.

Entrance (Branch)

  • This entrance is located at the front of the branch on High Street.
  • The approach to the entrance has uneven surfaces.
  • The entrance area is clearly signed.
  • There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at the entrance.
  • There is step-free access via ramp at the entrance.
  • The ramp has a steep gradient.
  • There are not any level resting areas along the ramp.
  • The ramp is between 75cm and 150cm wide.
  • There are no handrails for the ramp.
  • There are double automatic doors, which are push pad activated.
  • The height of the push pad is 98cm.
  • The doors open away from you.
  • The width of the opening is 162cm.
  • The doors have a low colour contrast.
  • There is a push pad or push button to exit at a height of 92cm.
  • One door is locked.

Branch

  • There is step-free level access throughout the majority of areas.
  • The following areas have stepped access: the customer interaction rooms in the first floor staff area of the branch.
  • Some flooring is shiny.
  • There is a high colour contrast between the walls and floor along circulation routes.
  • Some of the walls have a reflective finish.
  • Access throughout may include narrow walkways and permanent physical obstructions.
  • There is background noise.
  • Area signage is not provided.
  • Wayfinding signage is not provided.
  • Seating available for customers includes: chairs without armrests.
  • Furniture available in this branch includes: coffee tables.
  • Lighting levels vary due to the use of large glazed walls.
  • There are 5 meeting rooms in this branch.
  • Of these meeting rooms, there is step-free access to 2 of them.

ATMs (Internal)

  • The ATMs are located to the left as you enter the branch.
  • The ATMs are clearly signed.
  • All of the ATMs are Talking ATMs.
  • Headphones for ATMs cannot be provided.
  • The ATM surveyed was a cash withdrawal and pay in machine.
  • The height of the ATM features vary between 87cm and 123cm.
  • There is not a lowered ATM available.
  • A second ATM was surveyed.
  • The second ATM surveyed was a cash withdrawal machine.
  • The height of the ATM features vary between 82cm and 131cm.
  • There is not a lowered ATM available.

Counter (Host)

  • The counter is located immediately to the right as you enter the branch.
  • The distance from the branch entrance is 4m.
  • The most accessible route to the counter has step-free level access.
  • There are no doors to open along the most accessible route.
  • There is step-free level access to the counter.
  • The height of the counter is 117cm.
  • There is a lowered section at the counter.
  • The height of the lowered section is 93cm.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • There is background noise in this area.
  • Some flooring is shiny.
  • Lighting levels vary due to the use of large glazed walls.
  • There is not room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre in the seating area (150cm x 150cm).
  • There is space for an assistance dog to rest in the seating area.
  • Seating available in this area includes: armchairs.
  • Furniture available in this area includes: coffee tables.

Counter (Main)

  • The counter is located ahead and to the left as you enter the branch.
  • The distance from the branch entrance is 10m.
  • The most accessible route to the counter has step-free level access.
  • There are no doors to open along the most accessible route.
  • There is step-free level access to the counter.
  • The height of the counter is 98cm.
  • There is not a lowered section at the counter.
  • The counter has screens which may affect the ability of someone to lip read.
  • There is a clearly signed fixed hearing assistance system.
  • The hearing assistance system was tested and working at the time of the survey.
  • There is a low level shelf at the counter.
  • There is background noise in this area.
  • Some flooring is shiny.
  • Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade and unshaded light sources.

Room (Meeting Room)

  • The room is located to the rear left of the branch.
  • The distance from the branch entrance is 17m.
  • The most accessible route to the room has step-free level access.
  • There are no doors to open along the most accessible route.
  • There is no signage on or near the door.
  • There is step-free level access into the room.
  • There is a single manual door.
  • The door opens towards you.
  • The width of the opening is 90cm.
  • The door has a high colour contrast.
  • There is step-free level access throughout the room.
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
  • There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
  • The walls and floor have a high colour contrast.
  • Seating available in this room includes: armchairs.
  • Furniture available in this room includes: desks.
  • All of the desks are fixed.
  • The surface height of the tables/desks is not suitable for wheelchair users.
  • The clear height under the tables/desks is not suitable for wheelchair users.
  • There is a clearly signed fixed hearing assistance system.
  • The hearing assistance system was tested and working at the time of the survey.
  • Additional facilities/services include: a flashing fire alarm.
  • There may be background noise in this room.
  • Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade and unshaded light sources.